Test Engineer

Description

Seeking a Jr. Test Engineer with between 1-5 years of experience in Test Engineering - ideally within the automotive or aerospace industries

• This person will work as a member Engineering Test Team to support component and system level testing of various vehicle systems from concept through program release. This person would work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines. Multiple roles are open, including roles in camera integration, closures, and interiors testing.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct hands-on component and system level R&D: characterization, reliability, and durability testing
• Work directly with reliability and design engineers to support Design Validation Plan (DVP) development, and lead test planning activities (test scheduling, prioritization, specifications etc.)
• Develop test fixtures using CAD and work with in-house or external labs for fixture fabrication
• Conduct detailed inspections such as torque checks, crack checks, CAN signal review, etc. to identify and root cause failures
• Write necessary scripts to automate testing
• Conduct data acquisition and instrumentation of sensors such as load cells, strain gages, LVDT etc.
• Investigate test failures, post process test data and make detailed test reports for clear communication of results
• Work in close collaboration with test technicians, instrumentation, CAE, reliability and design teams
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace in a highly dynamic and fast paced environment

What to Expect

This person will work as a member of Engineering Test Team to support component and system level testing of various vehicle systems from concept through program release. This person would work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines. Multiple roles are open, including roles in camera integration, closures, and interiors testing.  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong engineering fundamentals
• Test experience from school projects, internships, or other relevant experience
• You love to be hands-on, genuine curiosity to figure out why something doesn’t work
• Demonstrated experience debugging and troubleshooting technical problems
• Experience with sensors (load cells, strain gages, LVDT etc.) and data acquisition systems such as National Instruments, Dewesoft, etc.
• Experience with CAD and fixture design (CATIA background is a plus)
• Experience with programming (Python background is a plus), LabVIEW and CAN communication for test automation

Experience Level

Jr - Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $48 - $60